The Ritz Brothers Café Theatre Band perform musical antics, from room to room, table to table, and courtyard to courtyard. These troubadours have residency in Bewley’s Theatre Grafton Street, where they enchant their audiences with song, and theatrical charm.

Join The Ritz Brothers in the IMMA Courtyard, for a magical musical evening of surprises and stories from the juke box of your heart, where every song will stir a memory, and a new moment of emotion and laughter.

President Todi brings the pulse of Soweto to the global stage with deep, soulful, and Afro-rooted house music. A master selector since 2007, his sets are immersive journeys—equal parts groove and meaning. Known for his signature Presidential Elbow move and powerful, story-driven mixes, Todi blends rhythm and consciousness with effortless style. Now based in Ireland, he is the driving force behind The House of Blackness, championing African excellence through sound.

Jowy is a Dublin-based DJ with roots in Ghana, India, and Suriname, born and raised in Amsterdam. With a deep passion for sound and community, she has carved out a dynamic presence in the underground music scene. A graduate of the Skin & Blister DJ workshops, Jowy has gone on to support renowned artists including Bakey, Conducta, Jeff Mills, Sammy Virji, Jayda G, and many more.

Her sets are a high-energy blend of bass-driven genres, drawing from Afro-Caribbean inspired riddims, UKG, breaks, grime, drums, baile funk, and beyond. She’s been a staple on stages across multiple collectives and festivals such as Project 6, Open Ear, and AVA Festival.

Beyond the decks, Jowy is a dedicated community builder. She is the founder of foxgluv, a platform designed to create space for female, non-binary, and trans creatives from diverse musical and cultural backgrounds. She’s also the co-founder of AMPM, a collective devoted to nurturing community through a shared love of bass-heavy sounds—especially UKG, 140, and related styles—via workshops, gatherings, and events.

At the intersection of culture, rhythm, and inclusivity, Jowy is not just playing music—she’s building movements.

The Newpark Academy of Music Big Band carries forward the rich legacy of jazz with energy, expertise, and an ever-evolving sound. Rooted in the deep musical and social history of the genre, the ensemble continues to contribute to the vibrant landscape of big band jazz, performing classic works by legends such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and more.

Under the direction of acclaimed bandleader and saxophonist Brendan Doyle, the Newpark Big Band features some of Ireland’s foremost jazz musicians. This year’s lineup includes special guest soloist Scott Flanigan on Hammond Organ, along with Joe Walters on bass trombone and Michael Barkley on trumpet — each bringing their own dynamic voice to the stage.

A key part of the ensemble’s mission is education and community. The Newpark Big Band Summer Camp is the only program of its kind in Ireland, offering students the rare opportunity to hone their skills in a large ensemble setting while connecting with fellow musicians and professionals in the jazz world.